{"product_id":"dorman-540-115-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 540-115 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 540-115 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 540-115 is a threaded suspension ball joint engineered as a standard replacement for the original equipment part on select vehicles. It is built from steel with a grey finish and includes a dust boot and mounting hardware for service on the front lower suspension of the Jeep Cherokee.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-engineered replacement suspension ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded ball joint and threaded stud design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress-in mounting type for front lower suspension service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included with polychloroprene material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grease fitting, greaseable design, or adjustable feature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size for service access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 540-115, is designed for OE-style replacement on the front lower suspension of 2014-2023 Jeep Cherokee models. It is a standard-grade, press-in ball joint assembly made from steel, with a threaded stud and a dust boot to help protect the joint area during normal suspension movement. The design is focused on restoring proper suspension connection at the lower control arm on Jeep Cherokee applications that require this specific fitment. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500287 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive front suspension play or looseness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the lower front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn ball joint components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability caused by worn suspension joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring proper front lower suspension articulation on Jeep Cherokee models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2014-2023 Jeep Cherokee, front lower. Verify press-in dimensions, stud thread length, and wrench size before installation. Because this is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint, proper removal and installation tools are recommended to avoid damage to the control arm or surrounding components. Confirm vehicle application by year and position before service. Part number 540-115 should be matched to the exact front lower fitment listed for the Jeep Cherokee.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. The part is built as a standard replacement component for suspension service on the Jeep Cherokee platform.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52832314359989,"sku":"BKKY-540-115","price":49.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_540115_Fro.jpg?v=1784697157","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-540-115-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}